Sermon: “The Promise of Direction”
Scripture: Proverbs 3: 5-6
Speaker: Pastor Diane Mendelson

Scripture and questions for study and reflection:

This morning we’re continuing our sermon series titled “Game Changers.” We’ve been encouraging you to cling to the Scripture texts (the promises from God) given each week. What does “cling to the Scripture” mean? It means to memorize, to post, to keep close in your heart and mind, the Word of God. Take a moment and remember the promises of God from the past three weeks, and prepare your heart for this morning’s game changer: the promise of “Direction.”

1. Read Proverbs 3:5. There seems to be a positive and negative command in this verse. Discuss what they are and what they mean to you. Which way describes your way of life?

2. There is a very powerful “trust” spoken about in Proverbs 3:5-6. Read this passage and share how you would define trusting in God.

3. Share a time when you trusted in something or someone and that trust was broken. What does trust look like in a relationship? How do you know when you fully trust someone?

4. "In all your ways" describes your course of life. Wherever you go, whatever you do, and in all things, totally trust in God. The promise attached to this command is that God will make your path straight. What does this mean to you?

5. Read Isaiah 58:11 , John 14:26 and Leviticus 19:31 . Where do you see God offering direction in these passages? How might they help and guide you in your walk of life?

6. Share what your life looks like right now. Who is directing your life? Is it you or God? What changes are needed or not in order to live your life as God has planned it?

Prayer for the Week:

Heavenly Father, you know every decision we need to make and you know every challenge that we will face. Please forgive us for the times we try to figure this life out on our own. Lord, we need you. We need your Holy Spirit to give us strength, wisdom and direction. Amen.